Hiding In The Trees
Bullitt Lyrics
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There was only you and me
On the wire where I stand
From the sunrise till sunset
Always searching for the act supreme
Came the rain and stormy winds
It was changing the whole scene
And the world under my feet
I was looking for a chain reaction
Something wild to feel born again
I can get a bigger satisfaction
I will never be alone again
Take everybody out
Now I′m just starting to dance
Can't you see I′m ok
And I'm already sleeping away
The song "Hiding in the Trees" by Bullitt conveys the idea of seeking refuge and solace from the chaos and turmoil of the world. It starts by describing the persona hiding in the trees, isolated from the world except for their lover, and searching for the ultimate experience. The wire they are standing on is symbolic of the balance they are trying to maintain while searching for this act supreme. However, they encounter rain and stormy winds, and as a consequence, the whole scene changes. There are other people down the street, and it appears as though the world is crumbling beneath them. Despite this, the persona's relentless search for wild, indescribable experiences continues.
The second verse describes the persona's desire for a chain reaction, something that makes them feel alive again. They seek wild experiences that will give them a bigger satisfaction than before. When the chorus sets in, they take everybody out and begin to dance. They seem to be content with their newfound freedom and peace, detaching themselves from the outside world. To them, this is a moment of tranquility, and they're already sleeping away from the world.
Overall, "Hiding in the Trees" by Bullitt is a song that conveys the importance of finding solace and refuge even in the most turbulent times.
Line by Line Meaning
I was hiding in the trees
I was sheltered amongst the woods
There was only you and me
Lack of people around us
On the wire where I stand
Where I reside constantly
From the sunrise till sunset
Continuously lingering in the same spot
Always searching for the act supreme
In pursuit of the perfect moment
Came the rain and stormy winds
Weather changed for the worse
It was changing the whole scene
The surroundings changed significantly
Lots of people down the street
Crowd of people in the vicinity
And the world under my feet
Feeling powerful and in control
I was looking for a chain reaction
Seeking for a cause and effect
Something wild to feel born again
Desiring to experience something to feel refreshed
I can get a bigger satisfaction
Greater contentment and happiness
I will never be alone again
No longer feeling lonely
Take everybody out
Removing all the people around me
Now I'm just starting to dance
Starting to enjoy myself and let loose
Can't you see I'm ok
Asking for reassurance
And I'm already sleeping away
Feeling at peace and able to relax
Writer(s): Xavier Calvet Sabala, Ferran Bonet Carbo, Enrique Pla Sole, Carlos Paz Orench
Contributed by Isabella J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.